The National General Secretary of the BJP , P. Muralidhar Rao today met Varalakshmi Sarathkumar to explain to her about the four years achievement of PM Narendra Modi's government. He had stated "As part of ongoing 'Sampark for Samarthan' campaign met renowned actress Ms Varalakshmi in Chennai today along with other BJP for Tamil Nadu state leaders and briefed her about the achievements of 4 years of Narendra Modiji's govt."

This sparked off rumours that Varu has joined the BJP but the talented actress has clarified "Had a wonderful meeting regarding the changes that BJP can do to better our nation with P. Muralidhar Rao regarding womens safety n other issues..good to know Narendra Modi ji wants our feedback..contrary to all the baseless rumours,I have not joined BJP or anyother political party"

On the work front Varalakshmi Sarathkumar is playing pivotal roles in 'Thalapathy 62', 'Mr. Chandramouli', 'Kadhal Mannan', 'Shakthi' and 'Neeya2'.